Staff Software Engineer, Machine Learning
Headspace- Full Time
- Senior (5 to 8 years)
Candidates are required to have 8+ years of experience as a Machine Learning Engineer or Data Scientist, extensive experience building performant machine learning systems at scale, and a strong product sense with a passion for user feedback. Experience communicating updates and resolutions to customers and other partners is also essential.
The Staff Software Engineer, Machine Learning will build and iterate on new and existing ML-driven products to foster creativity, discovery, and engagement on Discord, designing and building robust, high-scale, low latency content and user recommendation systems. They will also work with cross-functional teams to create ML-driven roadmaps and make trade-off decisions during product development, ultimately contributing to a safer and more engaging platform for users.
Voice, video, and text communication platform
Discord is a communication platform that allows users to connect through voice, video, and text. It serves as a space for friends and communities to gather and share their interests, catering to a wide range of groups such as artists, activists, study groups, and hobbyists. Users can join various communities, known as servers, which host discussions and activities related to their interests. Unlike many other platforms, Discord does not rely on advertising or selling user data; instead, it offers a premium subscription service called Nitro, which provides additional features like enhanced streaming quality and customization options. The goal of Discord is to create a welcoming environment where people can build connections and foster a sense of belonging.